Meet Little Miss Braive Heno, our cover girl and featured theme for the January-March 2012 issue. What does it take to be BRAVE? As we begin another New Year together, we are aware that for some of us, it will take a great deal of courage to move forward. The articles in our first issue of the new year will help inspire you to get a jump start on your aspirations and resolutions. If you are still struggling with working out, we want you to take a brave new approach. If you need encouragement on getting back into the dating scene, you will find it in our Valentine’s Day story. If you are currently battling, or have survived illness, read the courageous and faithful stories of Preston J. Edwards, Sr. and Jasmin Bindom. At the end of the day, when it’s all said and done, Father Tony Ricard, with humor and wisdom, reminds us who we belong to, and to not be stupid. Enjoy, and Happy New Year!!!

Be clear that taming the lion within is NOT something you can
do on your own. You must rely on your faith in God, and also
follow the instructions found in 1Peter5:8, “be sober and be vigilant.”
If you read only one article in this issue, please let it be
How to Tame the Lion Within by Pastor Fred Luter of Franklin
Baptist Church in New Orleans. This insightful, powerful, and
at times humorous article may be just what you need to help you
recognize and overcome your lion, thus enabling you to move
to the next level. This issue is one of our very best we hope you think so too. Enjoy!

We live in a fast-paced society. So much so, that we often find ourselves rushing into positions; rushing to achieve the title of Mrs., Dr. JD, Bishop, Pastor, or Minister. We rush to amass the biggest church, then reach for bigger numbers. When we rush them, however, we’re really not helping the people in the church to become the patient and trusting men and women who God wants each of us to be. Those outside the church rush as well. They rush to get that big promotion that will "set" him for life.
Stop Rushing Into Position…Back to Basics, simply means focusing on the things that really matter, because when you do so, everything else will fall into place.
Consult with God about everything and everyone. Get back to the basics with your God and your family, and always make time to serve others. You may have drifted, but in this issue, we help you to get back into your proper lane.

Goodbye long, harsh winter! Spring is in the air, and along with it are are the vibrant, colorful and fragrant flowers that lay dormant all winter. This issue, much like spring, is all about change and transformation as we enter new phases of our lives.
We are proud to have an important message from best-selling author, William Paul Young, whose novel, "The Shack" has sold over 10 million copies, and remained at the number 1 spot on the New York Times best seller list for 70 weeks.
Featured writer, Deborah Ross, explains the importance of the words "I’m Sorry," which, although can be very liberating, are sometimes very difficult to say.
This issue features a simple, yet very powerful message. We encourage you, as you read through it, to embrace the message, and begin your healing journey.
As we grow for the better we hope that you will continue to be part of the journey with us. It’s Kontagious

Kontagious Magazine has done it again!!! Return to Sender is by far our best work. We bring you uplifting, informative, and spiritual articles that will motivate, edify and inspire you. Bishop Lester Love reminds us that we all have God given gifts that we must use or it will be returned to the Sender. We have articles on bullying...great information for parents, teachers and guardians. We even brought you a love story and we didn't leave our single and married couples out this issue. We are all over the place with fantastic articles. Get Your Read On!!!

Its’ always been known that women want a strong man in their lives. Our heavenly Father sets the standards of what a man should look like and our earthly father is the one we look to for that strength, guidance, support and love. Read our powerful featured story by Pastor Crozier out of Charleston, WV. Last issue we brought you the G-Spot and all about women, this last issue we bring you our Men. We did leave the best for last to close out the year.

What is your G-Spot and how to get to it? Read how six women, including the Founder of Kontagious Magazine spend their time in the G-Spot. Praying is good, but do address mental illness with counseling and medication if needed. We've got an authentic story on how one woman is surviving mental illness. Enjoy your summer with our grilling treats from Chef Jay. Read how one woman turned her room to a Tea-spot for healing. This is our largest issue to date and we are thrilled to bring you heartfelt, infectious and transforming articles. And as always, we leave you with Selah from our Editor in Chief, Nicole P. Bell....words of wisdom for all of us. We've created 3 front covers with the same content. In life there are choices and we made it possible for you to choose. We also made it possible for you to walk away feeling knowledgeable, contagious and hopeful. This issue is intentionally about women and for women. We do hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you.

What is your G-Spot and how to get to it? Read how six women, including the Founder of Kontagious Magazine spend their time in the G-Spot. Praying is good, but do address mental illness with counseling and medication if needed. We've got an authentic story on how one woman is surviving mental illness. Enjoy your summer with our grilling treats from Chef Jay. Read how one woman turned her room to a Tea-spot for healing. This is our largest issue to date and we are thrilled to bring you heartfelt, infectious and transforming articles. And as always, we leave you with Selah from our Editor in Chief, Nicole P. Bell....words of wisdom for all of us. We've created 3 front covers with the same content. In life there are choices and we made it possible for you to choose. We also made it possible for you to walk away feeling knowledgeable, contagious and hopeful. This issue is intentionally about women and for women. We do hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you.

What is your G-Spot and how to get to it? Read how six women, including the Founder of Kontagious Magazine spend their time in the G-Spot. Praying is good, but do address mental illness with counseling and medication if needed. We've got an authentic story on how one woman is surviving mental illness. Enjoy your summer with our grilling treats from Chef Jay. Read how one woman turned her room to a Tea-spot for healing. This is our largest issue to date and we are thrilled to bring you heartfelt, infectious and transforming articles. And as always, we leave you with Selah from our Editor in Chief, Nicole P. Bell....words of wisdom for all of us. We've created 3 front covers with the same content. In life there are choices and we made it possible for you to choose. We also made it possible for you to walk away feeling knowledgeable, contagious and hopeful. This issue is intentionally about women and for women. We do hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you.